Corey Grant
Far Rockaway,NY
Summary
Talented Educator, Motivational Speaker and mentor who specializes in educating students on principles and best practices of the English language and overall, society.
Hardworking, reliable and motivational. Excellent record of supporting students to achieve through close mentorship, hands-on instruction and inquiry-based instruction techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Team Leader
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Fostered positive work environment, resulting in decreased employee turnover and increased team cohesion.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
General Education Teacher
Brooklyn Ascend High School
11.2023 - Current
- Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, enabling students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement and supporting student success beyond the classroom setting.
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Promoted collaboration among students with group activities and peer review sessions, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on navigating the challenges of the profession successfully.
Resident Teacher
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
02.2020 - 04.2023
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management techniques, fostering strong student-teacher relationships.
- Integrated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, fostering empathy, resilience, and self-awareness among students.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Established high expectations for behavior and academic performance, motivating students to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
- Designed authentic assessments that accurately measured student growth and mastery of content standards.
- Addressed individual student needs through targeted interventions and support plans, leading to improved academic success for all learners.
Youth Leader
World Changers International
10.2017 - 08.2022
- Mentored younger volunteers, providing them with guidance and support in their roles as youth leaders.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts in order to secure necessary resources for program operations and special events.
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving for personal growth among participating youths.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of community service projects for youths to gain practical experience and give back to their communities.
- Created opportunities for participants to network with professionals from various career fields during organized panel discussions or Q&A sessions.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Promoted personal development among youths by providing guidance on goal-setting, time management, and decision-making skills.
Asst. Teaching Artist
TADA! Youth Theater
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with fellow teaching artists to create interdisciplinary projects, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured students'' artistic abilities while aligning with curriculum standards.
- Strengthened relationships with parents and guardians by maintaining open communication regarding student progress.
- Developed innovative lesson plans, resulting in improved student creativity and expression.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Production Assistant
Paul Robeson Theatre
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Developed positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, optimizing collaboration and quality of materials received.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Assisted in editing process, contributing to timely completion of projects.
Education
Master of Arts - 7-12 ELA
Relay Graduate School For Teaching
New York, NY10.2023
Bachelor of Arts in Theater - Theater Arts
Buffalo State University
Buffalo, NY05.2017
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Goal Setting
- Student Motivation
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Mentoring
Extracurricularleadershipactivities
- Youth Leader/Mentor, World Changers Youth Experience, 01/01/17, 12/31/22
- Member, Alpha Psi Omega-National Theatre Honor Society, 01/01/16, 12/31/17
- Member, Dean's Student Advisory Council, 01/01/14, 12/31/16
Awardsscholarships
- Exemplary Peer Mentor Recognition
- Dean's Award for Excellence Medal
- Ross B. Kenzie Family Scholarship
- Horace Mann Theatre Arts Scholarship
- Donald Savage Theater Arts Scholarship
- Outstanding Student Community Service in a Service-Learning Class
References
- Paulette Harris, pauletteharris12@gmail.com
- Monique Messam, messamspike@gmail.com
Timeline
General Education Teacher
Brooklyn Ascend High School
11.2023 - Current
Resident Teacher
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
02.2020 - 04.2023
Youth Leader
World Changers International
10.2017 - 08.2022
Asst. Teaching Artist
TADA! Youth Theater
06.2014 - 08.2016
Production Assistant
Paul Robeson Theatre
01.2014 - 05.2015
Grade Team Leader
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
Master of Arts - 7-12 ELA
Relay Graduate School For Teaching
Bachelor of Arts in Theater - Theater Arts
Buffalo State University
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